The pre-load date and download size for Xbox Game Studios and Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming action role-playing game, The Outer Worlds 2, have been revealed.
The Outer Worlds 2 is now available for pre-load on Xbox Series X|S, while PlayStationSize on Twitter/X has revealed the pre-load date and download size for the PS5 version, courtesy of recent database entries made to PlayStation servers. The upcoming action role-playing game will take up a significant amount of storage space. Those with limited available storage on the internal drive are advised to clear up some space in advance. It goes without saying that storage expansion options are available for those who need them.
The Outer Worlds 2 Download Size
Details regarding the download size for The Outer Worlds 2 on Xbox Series X|S and PS5 can be seen below.
- Xbox Series X|S: 36.82 GB
- PS5: 76.920 GB (version 01.002.000)
Pre-Load Date
The pre-load date for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of The Outer Worlds 2 can be seen below.
- PS5:
- Premium Edition: October 22, 2025
- Standard Edition: October 27, 2025
- Xbox Series X|S:
- October 10, 2025 (available now)
The pre-load for the Xbox Series X|S and PS5 versions of The Outer Worlds 2 will come with the latest update pre-installed for anyone who pre-ordered a digital copy of the game, though a day one update may be rolled out closer to the early access release on October 24, 2025, or the full launch on October 29, 2025. The download size of The Outer Worlds 2 on PS5 (76.920 GB) is over 20 GB larger than that of The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition on PS5 (53.953 GB).
The review embargo for The Outer Worlds 2 is expected to be lifted close to launch day. While the exact time has not been confirmed, it will likely follow typical patterns, with the embargo lifting at 12 AM PT / 3 AM ET / 9 AM CET.
In related news, The Outer Worlds 2 has received received a content rating of M for Mature 17+ from the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). According to the rating summary, the game features blood and gore, intense violence, and use of strong language.
